# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 42nd Cleveland Challenge Cup of Bocce sponsored by Formica Plumbing & Sewer Co.
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 28 Aug, 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sun, 30 Aug, 2026 at 09:00 pm
- **Event Description**: ? Join Us for the 42nd Annual Cleveland Challenge Cup of Bocce sponsored by Formica Plumbing & Sewer Co.! ?
https://www.formicaplumbing.com/

August 28th, 29th, 30th, 2026 | FREE Admission
? Wickliffe Italian-American Club | Open to the Public!


Come experience one of the largest bocce tournaments in North America, right here in Northeast Ohio! Whether you’re a bocce fan, love Italian food and culture, or just looking for an exciting, family-friendly weekend, you won't want to miss this Wickliffe tradition!


? The Bocce Tournament
Over 120 teams from across the U.S. and Canada will compete for $34,000 in prize money across the Open and Women’s Divisions. Last year’s champions "CPF Home Inspections (Chesterland, OH)" and "Dirty 30 (Warren, OH)" return to defend their titles against some of the fiercest competition in the sport.


? Live Music • Food & Drinks • Family Fun
Enjoy a weekend packed with live entertainment, authentic Italian food, cultural exhibits, and special events for all ages. Whether you're here for the bocce or just the vibes, there's something for everyone.


? Schedule of Events
? Presented by Khash Saghafi - Liberty Home Mortgage


FRIDAY, AUGUST 28th
• 3:45 PM – Opening Ceremonies + National Anthems by Gio Castiglione
• 4:00 PM – Bocce Tournament Begins (Open Division)
• 7:00–11:00 PM – Live Music: Soul Shake & The Eastside Horns


SATURDAY, AUGUST 29th
• 8:00 AM – Bocce Tournament Continues (Open & Women’s Divisions)
• 12:00–3:00 PM – Vagabond Boys + Cooking Demo by Chef Dan (Euclid Culinary School)
• 12:00–4:00 PM – Photo Exhibit: The History of Italians in Cleveland (Western Reserve Historical Society)
• 3:30–5:30 PM – Live Music: Grant Elsing
• 7:00–11:00 PM – Live Music: The Band Intense


SUNDAY, AUGUST 30th
• 8:00 AM – Bocce Tournament Play Resumes (Final Rounds)
• 2:15–3:00 PM – Magic Show with Rick Smith Jr.
• 3:00–4:00 PM – Jungle Terry & Friends Exotic Animal Show
• 4:00 PM (approx.) – Women’s Division Championship (Streaming Live on YouTube)
• 6:00 PM (approx.) – Open Division Championship (Streaming Live on YouTube)


? Stay Connected
Follow us for updates, live coverage, team highlights, and more!
? Website: wickliffeianda.com
? Facebook: facebook.com/WickliffeItalianAmericanClub
? Instagram: @wickliffeianda
? YouTube: Wickliffe Italian-American Club


? This event is made possible in part by a generous grant from the Lake County Visitors Bureau.
https://www.tourlakecounty.com/

Mark your calendars, bring your friends and family, and celebrate Italian-American heritage with us. We’ll see you on the courts! ????
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- **Event Categories**: music, sports, entertainment, tournaments, contests, live-music, food-drinks, art, cooking, magic-show, calendar
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 606

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Wickliffe
- **state**: OH
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Wickliffe I & A Club Inc
- **lat**: 41.612198212862
- **long**: -81.472549063499
- **full address**: Wickliffe I & A Club Inc, 29599 Clayton Ave, Wickliffe, OH 44092-1924, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 42nd Cleveland Challenge Cup of Bocce sponsored by Formica Plumbing & Sewer Co. being held?
  - **A:** 42nd Cleveland Challenge Cup of Bocce sponsored by Formica Plumbing & Sewer Co. takes place on Fri, 28 Aug, 2026 at 04:00 pm to Sun, 30 Aug, 2026 at 09:00 pm at Wickliffe I & A Club Inc, 29599 Clayton Ave, Wickliffe, OH 44092-1924, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 42nd Cleveland Challenge Cup of Bocce sponsored by Formica Plumbing & Sewer Co.?
  - **A:** 42nd Cleveland Challenge Cup of Bocce sponsored by Formica Plumbing & Sewer Co. is organized by Wickliffe Italian-American Club.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 42nd Cleveland Challenge Cup of Bocce sponsored by Formica Plumbing & Sewer Co. is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Wickliffe, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 600+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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